My life looked great: I had a good job, a loving husband, and a lovely house. But below the surface, a bad plan was being made that could destroy everything.
Matt and I became fast friends after meeting on a hike. His easy charm and charming smile won me over, and we ended up getting married.
But the way Matt talked to his mother Linda raised red flags. She had a scary effect on him, and I often felt like I had to fight for his attention.
I was also worried about Matt’s spending habits. He borrowed money a lot, saying it was for investments or buying his mother gifts. I ignored my worries because I thought our love and relationship would help us get through these problems.
Matt asked me to bring food to his mother, who was said to be sick, one fateful night. My lawyer, Sarah, called me while I was driving and told me to go home right away.
“Matt and Linda are signing papers to put the house in Linda’s name,” she said, and I got chills. As I turned the car around, my mind was spinning.
When I got home, I saw Matt, Linda, and a real estate agent. Matt and Linda were planning to change the title of the house to her name, get a divorce, and then marry Matt to someone else. Sarah showed up and told them the shocking truth.
As I talked to Matt, the room spun. It was shocking how he betrayed her. I got a fair deal when I filed for divorce with Sarah’s help.
I learned a very important lesson from the experience: trust your gut and put your own worth first. I came out of it stronger, smarter, and ready to start over.
After a few months, I bought a new house in my own name only. It hurts to remember how Matt lied to me, but I’ve ended that chapter and started writing a happier one.